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Stirling Highland Hotel

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Stirling Highland Hotel, Spittal Street, Stirling -0800 031 8416
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HOTEL RATING: 
VERY GOOD
4 out of 5 (2207 Ratings)
0.4 miles Stirling Castle
v4 mins driving
t11 mins walking
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The Spotlight on Stirling Highland Hotel

Historic Charm Just Steps from Stirling's Music Scene

Once a prestigious high school, the Stirling Highland Hotel blends 19th-century architecture with modern comfort in the heart of Stirling. Just a short walk from both the city's historic castle and vibrant town center, this handsome hotel offers a unique base for concert-goers looking for a bit of character with their stay. With free parking, an award-winning restaurant, and a cozy bar, it’s a welcoming retreat before and after the show.

Why Concert-goers love it

You’re just a 5-minute walk from central Stirling, where many music events and festivals take place, and only 10 minutes from the train station—perfect for late-night returns. The hotel’s thick stone walls, a nod to its schoolhouse past, mean quiet rooms for post-gig recovery. With a 12:00 check-out, there’s no rush the next morning, even after a late encore.

Who this Hotel is great for

  • Groups of friends heading to a local gig
  • Solo travelers checking off a bucket-list concert
  • Couples on a romantic music-filled weekend
  • Fans seeking a quieter, more refined post-show vibe
  • Budget-conscious concert-goers (thanks to free parking and walkable venues)

Food and Drink Options

The AA Rosette-awarded Scholars Restaurant serves up gourmet Scottish and international fare—ideal for a pre-show dinner or celebratory post-concert meal. The Headmaster’s Study Bar offers a relaxed setting for drinks, and there are plenty of pubs and cafés within a short walk. While 24/7 room service isn’t available, late-night drinks and snacks can be enjoyed on-site or nearby. Breakfast is served at a leisurely pace, perfect for sleeping in after the show.

Nightlife Options

While the hotel isn’t a nightlife hotspot itself, you’re just minutes from Stirling’s pubs, live music bars, and lounges. It’s a great base if you want to explore the local scene, then retreat to somewhere a little more peaceful.

What People Say

Guests love the hotel’s historic atmosphere and central location. Many praise the spacious rooms, friendly staff, and the high quality of food at the restaurant. The on-site bar gets good marks for its cozy vibe, perfect for winding down. Reviewers also appreciate the free parking—a rare perk in a walkable city center.

Areas for Improvement

Some guests mention that parts of the hotel feel a bit dated, and the building’s historic quirks (like creaky floors) may not appeal to those seeking ultra-modern luxury. Wi-Fi can be spotty in some rooms, so consider asking for a room with a stronger signal if that’s important to you.

The Bottom Line

A character-filled, centrally located hotel that offers concert-goers a charming and quiet place to recharge just minutes from Stirling’s top venues.
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Free Internet
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Free Parking
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Swimming Pool
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Fitness Center
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Non Smoking
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Pets Allowed
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Accessible
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Free Breakfast
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Business Center
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Airport Shuttle
Other Amenities
` Free Parking
` Swimming Pool
` Meeting/Banquet Facilities
` Room Service
` Safety Deposit Box
` Bar
` 24-Hour Front Desk
` Express Check-In/Check-Out
` Elevator
` Packed lunches
` Heating
` Fax/photocopying
` Snack bar
` On-site parking
` indoor pool
` 24-hour security
` Accessible parking
` Designated Smoking Area
` Family Rooms
` Free Wi-Fi
` Hair/Beauty Salon
` Heated pool
` Massage services
` Off-Site parking
` Restaurant(s)
` Sun Deck
` Daily Housekeeping
` Non-Smoking Rooms Available
` Wine/champagne
` Fruits
` Outdoor furniture
` Yoga classes
` Fitness classes
` Personal trainer
` Kids' pool
` Sun loungers or beach chairs
` Key access
` Smoke alarms
` Fire extinguishers
` Guests can opt-out of daily cleaning service
` Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
` Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
` Process in place to check health of guests
` First aid kit available
` Cashless payment available
` Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
` Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
` Invoices
` All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
` Access to health care professionals
` Free face masks
` Food delivery
` Electronic room key
` Audible alarm
` CCTV security in common areas
` Daily disinfection
` Facilities for disabled guests available
` Fitness center
` Hot tub/Whirlpool
` Kid-friendly dinning
` Laundry services
` Luggage storage & lockers
` Non-smoking property
` Restaurant (special diets available)
` Spa services
` Spa/sauna
` Physical/social distancing guidelines
` Protective screen or physical barriers in appropriate areas
` Pets allowed (charges may apply)
` Takeout dining services available

Stirling Highland Hotel Guest Reviews

Overall Average Score: 
Very Good (4 out of 5)

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5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Ronnie A, Glasgow, visiting City Park Stirling Sun, 21 August 2022

A very smart hotel in a cracking setting in centre of Stirling; staff were very nice, so was breakfast. Would go back without a second thought.

Liked: The building itself and public areas were great.
Disliked: The bedroom we stayed in was a bit tired with worn carpet and broken door inside bathroom.

4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

Lisa Sat, 14 June 2025

Great location with wonderful amenities

Liked: The beds were comfortable, and the staff was very helpful. The location was perfect.
Disliked: The heat was on, and the knob was broken. The room was very warm. But the staff helped quickly to resolve our problems. Even bringing us a fan.

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Patrick Sat, 14 June 2025

Excellent à tous points de...

Liked: excellent location, very welcoming, very comfortable room on the 3rd floor (very good for medium sizes and slim bodies 🙂)... extremely quiet with a King size bed with guaranteed high quality sleep! we highly recommend...
Disliked: Lavabo de la salle d’eau minuscule… mais bon, ça se gère !

4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

John Fri, 13 June 2025

Superb

3

Pleasant - 3.0 out of 5

Mark Fri, 13 June 2025

Great location, good hot breakfast

Liked: Location Staff were friendly
Disliked: No air conditioning - room was too warm to sleepBed uncomfortable ..but that's personal Rooms need updating - bit tiredHot breakfast was good - continental wasn't that good

3.5

Good - 3.5 out of 5

Joan Fri, 13 June 2025

Nice hotel but a few...

Liked: Nice hotel in good location if up a steep hill. Room was spacious and clean.
Disliked: Our television didn't work and tried to report it several times without success. When we finally got through to reception to report it it didn't actually get fixed. Could have done with a walk in shower (are there any). I found problems with access generally (awkward stairs from level -1). Bar closed early.

3.5

Good - 3.5 out of 5

Jane Fri, 13 June 2025

Excellent location for city centre...

Liked: We felt that the location was really good and all staff really friendly and helpful. We were in room 335 which was the last room in the hotel and felt very much in the rafters away from everything, which on reflection we would change next time. Although the room was clean we had to ask reception for a mattress protector, which they didn't have but put an extra sheet on the bed to compensate, we also had to ask for more toilet roll as no extra was left in the bathroom. We ate in the restaurant one night, the food, cocktails and service were excellent, however we felt the breakfast was basic with not much option. We would stay again but would take a little bit more care selecting a room
Disliked: There wasn't anything we didn't like, having now stayed at the hotel we would stay again but make different choices.

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Anonymous Fri, 13 June 2025

Exceptional

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Shona Thu, 12 June 2025

Great historical building

Liked: Interesting history in a historical part of town. I liked the library next to the bar. Staff were all good and as I was myself were talking to me.
Disliked: Lots of stairs if you are dragging luggage around.

0.5

Poor - 0.5 out of 5

Caroline Thu, 12 June 2025

Most disgusting stay in Scotland

Liked: Location
Disliked: Sheets on bed most definitely had not been changed. I won’t go into the disgusting tell tale signs sadly I did not discover til the next morning. Upon telling desk clerk she offered no compensation or adequate apologies. She did say she would talk to housekeeping.

1.5

Poor - 1.5 out of 5

Thomas Thu, 12 June 2025

Poor for the money

Liked: Location
Disliked: Service

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Stirling Highland Hotel Spittal Street, Stirling